PUBLISHED November 19th, 2018 05:00 am
The lights and decorations on Orchard Road are up, and Christmas carols are starting to become a constant bombardment. If you haven’t planned for that year-end office party or your annual festive feast at home that everyone looks forward to, it’s time to get started. Here are some of the best places to take away gourmet roasts, delectable sides, and sweet treats to lighten your load and liven up the dining table!
InterContinental Singapore
Celebrate the joyous occasion of Christmas and the spirit of giving with InterContinental Singapore’s Festive Shoppe. This year’s special sweet treats include the Carousel Fruitcake ($98) – a whimsical rendition of the classic Christmas favorite crafted with rum and brandy-infused candied fruits and chocolate – and the Memories of Childhood Log Cake ($78), which features sugar-free chocolate mousse and tangy passionfruit jelly. Indulge in their savory treats as well, such as the Winter Truffle Roasted Tom Turkey ($168 for 5kg) and the Premium Roasted Grass-Fed Beef Sirloin ($188 for 4kg). Enjoy 15% early bird savings from now till 24 November 2018, and enjoy an additional 5% privilege when you place your orders online.
Order Festive Shoppe‘s Christmas Takeaways online here. Self-collection is available at the InterContinental Singapore 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966, from 22 November – 25 December 2018. Complimentary delivery is available to one location for purchases above $500. For enquiries, contact sinhb-festive@ihg.com or call +65 6825 1132.
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium
Indulge in succulent Singapore-inspired delights this Christmas with Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium! Served with pickled vegetables and spicy gravy, the ginger flower and tamarind marinated Assam Turkey ($128) is sure to impress your guests. For larger gatherings, go for their exclusive Christmas packages. The Traditional Christmas Package ($278) includes a Traditional Roast Turkey with Stuffing, Five Spice Honey Glazed Ham, Matcha Yule Log Cake, and a bottle of red wine while the Yuletide Christmas Package ($278) stars the Assam Turkey, Pan-Fried Salmon Fillet, Granny Smiths and Coconut Yule Log Cake, and a bottle of white wine. Order before 9 December to enjoy up to 25% off.
Order Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium‘s Christmas Takeaways online here. Self-collection is available at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Level 4, 317 Outram Rd, Singapore 169075, from 1 December 2018 onwards. For enquiries, call +65 6731 7172.
Revel in The Marmalade Pantry’s sumptuous roasts and desserts. Look no further for classic-style turkeys and hams than the Whole Roasted Turkey with Fresh Herbs ($98) or the Maple Honey Glazed Ham ($88). Go the whole hog and then some with two sides for $110+; options include the Traditional Turkey Stuffing ($20), a moreish Garlic Mash ($20), and colourful Roasted Winter Vegetables ($20). It’s not Christmas without sweet treats, so go ahead and indulge this year with a Macadamia Chocolate Log Cake With Red Velvet Sponge ($60) and an assortment of Festive Cupcakes ($20 for a box of four).
Order The Marmalade Pantry’s Christmas Takeaways online here. Self-collection is available at two of The Marmalade Pantry’s outlets listed here, from 1 December – 31 December 2018. For enquiries, find the contact of each outlet here.
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
Take your Christmas party to another level with glorious takeaway goodies from Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel. Timeless treats get an inventive twist this year with the aromatic Lavender Roast Turkey with Orange, Apple & Cinnamon Stuffing ($198 for 4.5-5kg) and the Honey & Clove Glazed Ham (Bone-in) with Cinnamon Pineapple Sauce ($248 for 5-6kg). Folks with a sweet tooth can look forward to cakes and pastries such as the Raspberry Gula Melaka Coconut Log Cake and the White Forest Bûche de Noël for just $68 nett!
Order Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel‘s Christmas Takeaways online here or at the hotel’s Festive Forecourt Stall (by the hotel entrance) from 22 November – 24 December. For enquiries, call +65 6831 4708.
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Rang Mahal
Tired of celebrating another Christmas with the same old roast? Switch it up this season with Rang Mahal’s Tandoori Turkey ($118+), which is rubbed down with an assortment of 26 fragrant spices and slow-roasted in a traditional tandoor. Those looking to feed more people can opt for an even more aromatic option, their Tandoori Stuffed Turkey ($138+). Filled with tehri, made with fragrant basmati rice, quail egg and baby potatoes, and a Manuka honey makhni sauce served separately, this turkey is sure to make this year’s feast one to remember!
Order Rang Mahal‘s Christmas Takeaways online here from 16 – 31 December, orders should be placed at least three days in advance. For enquiries, call + 65 6333 1788.
DEAN & DELUCA
Share the joy of Christmas this season with DEAN & DELUCA‘s festive hampers and treats. Their specially curated hampers include the Office Favorites ($78). Which comprises their Amica Alfredo’s Potato Chips Pepper, Savoursmiths Wagyu Beef with Honey Mustard Potato Crisps, and Tate’s Bake Shop Chocolate Chip Cookies amongst others. Also offering a classic selection of roasts, such as Traditional Roasted Turkey ($148 for 4kg) and Maple and Clove Glazed Ham ($98 for 2kg), which you can order along with two sides for $120. But opt for their Turkey with two sides, it goes for $170. For sides, we recommended their Winter Vegetables ($20) and Garlic Mash ($20).
Order DEAN & DELUCA‘s Christmas Takeaways online here. Self-collection is available at their three outlets listed here, from 1 – 31 December 2018 for retail hampers and from 1 – 25 December 2018 for food hampers. For enquiries, contact sales@deandeluca.com.sg or call +65 6265 6005.
Artisan Selections
Celebrate Christmas with Artisan Selections’ ready-to-eat roasts and charcuterie platters, as well as exciting craft beer and chocolate pairing bundles. Start off with their Artisans of South Australia Gourmet Charcuterie Platter (S$165) piled with smoked olives, B.-d Farm cheeses, and cured meats like Spanish-style salami and smoked Wagyu beef. Or go for the Traditional Barossa Valley Christmas Dinner Pack (S$195) consisting of a maple syrup cured leg of ham on bone and grass-fed sous vide beef ribeye fillet, served with horseradish and Australian spicy cherry sauce. For dessert, try Barossa Valley Brewery’s Chocolate Coffee Stout paired with Ratio Cocoa Roasters’ 70% Dark Peru chocolate (S$107.85 for three 70g bars and twelve 330ml cans of beer.)
Order Artisan Selection‘s Christmas Takeaways online here. Enjoy complimentary delivery for orders above $120.
Summer Hill
Chef Anthony Yeoh at Summer Hill has innovated three unique DIY Meal Kits, making your hosting duties this Christmas a breeze. Each kit comes with a fully cooked and individually vacuum packed caramelised meat and tender vegetables. Hands-on time only takes 30 minutes and each kit comes with simple step-by-step instructions. All three kits – choose between a premium Wagyu Ribeye Roast MBS8+ ($210 for 600g), Kurobuta Roast Pork Collar ($170 for 1.2kg) and their signature Roast Chickens ($45) – comes complete with sides and sauces for your meal.
Order Summer Hill‘s Christmas Takeaways online here from 2 December 2018 – 31 January 2019, orders should be placed at least seven working days in advance. For enquiries, contact info@summerhill.sg or call +65 6251 5337.
Caffe Pralet
Binge guilt-free this Christmas with Caffe Pralet‘s series of healthy Soy Chiffon Logcakes – flavours include Cinnamon Matcha ($48) and Rose Raspberry ($48). Made with 100% natural soy milk, enjoy these light and fluffy treats without having to worry about those calories (or spend those calories on more eating).
Caffe Pralet also offers a range of modern fusion-inspired logcakes, such as Matcha Salted Egg Black Sesame ($68) and Kueh Sarlat ($68) – made with a rich and creamy in-house kaya custard. Pick-up some of their Christmas Cookies Collection, featuring flavours like Pandan Coco, Rose Honey Almond, and Orange Molasses, at $6 for 100g or $9 for 170g, a perfect gift for sweet-toothed friends.
Order Caffe Pralet‘s Christmas Takeaways via email at caffepralet@creativeculinaire.com or call +65 6223 5595. For their full Christmas Brochure, click here. Orders to be placed 5 days in advance and are available from now till 21 December 2018. Enjoy complimentary delivery to a single location for orders above $400.
Top Image: InterContinental Singapore